Research Biologist

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Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

Assist with collection, processing, storage and analysis of field data on wildlife populations in response to Hurricane Helene. Employee will help in completion of multi-million dollar grant funded project to understand wildlife responses in North Carolina, with extensive travel time and on-campus responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

40% - Non-Essential - Conduct field research to assist in data collection on wildlife species, working both independently and as a team. Employee will have to spend portions of the year traveling to field sites collecting measurements on plants and animals. The employee will also be responsible to data backup and organizing logistics associated with research projects in a field setting.

40% - Essential - Organize, analyze and store resulting field data, assisting researchers and students. Employee will need to be familiar with advanced statistical and mapping software to help run analyses. This includes helping students determine how to analyze data as well and conducting analyses with minimal supervision.

20% - Essential - Report on resulting field data. Advanced scientific writing skills will be required, along with the ability to interact with and report to federal agencies sponsoring research projects.

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Biology, chemistry, wildlife management or related technical area and experience in fish, wildlife or marine resource management or research programs. A master's degree in biology, chemistry or wildlife management may be substituted for the required work experience.
Work Experience - 2+ years

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Wildlife Biology
Work Experience - 2+ years wildlife related field work

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

15% - Stand for prolonged period
15% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
15% - Walk or move about
5% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
5% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
15% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
15% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
15% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

65% - Exposure to heat or cold
55% - Wet or humid

Standard Hours: 37.5

Anticipated Salary Range: $45,300 - $50,000

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

March 9, 2026

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.